Head of Department - Senior Schooling

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and results-driven Head of Department (Senior Schooling) to lead and manage the senior phase of our secondary school.

The successful candidate will provide strong academic leadership, ensure curriculum excellence, and foster a high-performance culture among staff and students in Grades 10-12.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Who We Are:

Welcome to Beaudesert State High School for 2026. Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning for another year, we are delighted to have you as part of our vibrant and growing school community.

Since opening in 1964, Beaudesert State High has continued to evolve alongside the Scenic Rim.

What has remained constant is our commitment to ensuring every student feels engaged, supported and inspired to achieve their personal best.

Our motto, Work Conquers All, reflects this shared belief and guides the way we learn, lead and contribute every day.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Lead, supervise, and support senior secondary educators to ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
• Oversee curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment in alignment with national education standards.
• Monitor academic performance, analyse results, and implement improvement strategies.
• Manage departmental resources, timetabling, and staff development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with education policies, examination regulations, and quality assurance processes.
• Promote a positive, disciplined, and achievement-oriented learning environment.
• Engage with parents, guardians, and external stakeholders regarding senior school matters.
• Support student career guidance and post-school readiness initiatives.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER679708_26T Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description